Don't have the cash or the time off to travel right now? Not to worry! Reading can take you anywhere. On this episode from our archives, we recommend books that will transport you. NPR's Nancy Pearl—quite possibly the world's most famous librarian—is known for giving the perfect book recommendation for any situation. She sits down with us to share her selections for the best armchair travel books. Don't know who Nancy Pearl is? She's an American librarian, best-selling author, and iterary critic. Her prolific reading and her knowledge of books and literature first made her locally famous in Seattle, Washington, where she regularly appears on public radio recommending books. She achieved broader fame with <a href="https://amzn.to/3LDKASD" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Book Lust</a>, her 2003 guide to good reading. Pearl was named 2011 Librarian of the Year by Library Journal. Check out her travel-themed recommendations in <a href= "https://amzn.to/4nXfGC6" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Book Lust to Go</a>. ***<a href="https://thebittersweetlife.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Bittersweet Life</a> podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from <a href= "https://thebittersweetlife.net/episode-archive/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">our vast archives</a>! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is all sold out for 2025! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more <a href= "https://thebittersweetlife.net/bittersweet-life-rome-trip/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an <a href="mailto:bittersweetlifepodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">email</a> to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! Visit our <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/thebittersweetlifepodcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Patreon site</a> to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click <a href="PayPal.me/thebittersweetlife" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">here</a> to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our <a href= "thebittersweetlife.net" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">website</a>.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider <a href= "https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=SWEET" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Libsyn</a> for your hosting service! Use this <a href= "https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=SWEET" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">affliliate link</a> to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bittersweet-life/id843351111?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Subscribe</a> to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click <a href= "linktr.ee/thebittersweetlifepodcast" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">here</a> to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bittersweet-life/id843351111?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iTunes</a> so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email <a href="mailto:bittersweetlifepodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. You can also connect to us through <a href="https://twitter.com/BitterSweetPod" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bittersweetlifepodcast" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebittersweetlifepodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>. Tag <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/thebittersweetlife/">#thebittersweetlife</a> with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/outset/id843351111?i=1000363761134" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Episode 1: OUTSET</a> BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more <a href= "https://www.tiffany-parks.com/book/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">here</a> or order on <a href="https://amzn.to/2rNYdD7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon</a>. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to <a href= "https://www.tiffany-parks.com/tours/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">tour the city</a> with Tiffany as your guide!

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